you crash it yet?

It happened since the first day of buying it brand new. I told my friend and he said it's probably operator error. I didn't agree... I went to forums and a lot of others have the same issue. I think it's just a quirk of the bike. Thanks for the compliment!

Did you fix the stalling issue? I have a '21 vit 401 and no issues. Have about 4k miles on it. Good to know if there is something I can check. Thanks

​@@fo4ty486 I never got it fixed. I had the dealer try to fix it in the beginning of when I purchased it; however, they weren't successful.

well, only happens to me in first gear. hopefully it won't happen on higher gear. chears!

Check husky forums. It was an issue on early models and can be fixed.

Good choice! I wish I would have picked up the 701 instead of the 401.

Hopefully they've fixed that issue on the newer models. As for the quick shifter, it was a bit jerky sometimes. However, if you find the right RPM to quick shift, it will shift smoothly.

It's fixed on 2022 model

I just got a 2022 Vitpilen here in SoCal. I paid $700 ADM. The dealer had no Svartpilens. That's OK because I prefer the Vit. I only have 250 miles on mine and no stalling so far. Yes, the quick shifter is jerky but I'm sure glad it has it. The 3-4, 4-5, and 5-6 upshifts are pretty good. The downshifts are good. I use it but not all the time. PS OTOH I probably got $1k more for my used bike because of the seller's market. My old bike was a 2019 Honda CB300R which I bought new. The Vit is a WAY better bike than the Honda for only $450 more on the list prices.

Thanks! I had the option to buy the 701 when I bought the 401, but it wasn't in my budget at the time. Wish I would've just spent the extra cash for it since they don't make em anymore.

I think you got a steal then. I'm not a huge fan of the looks for the 2024 models. I think the pre-2024 models may be a collector's item someday. Though, excited for the 801 model they just announced.

I'm 6 foot tall. I love the seating position on my Vitpilen 401. My 5'6" neighbor hated it, was on tippy toes, and really had to stretch to reach the bars. In addition to the clip on bars the foot pegs are set back 4 inches compared to the Svartpilen. It puts you in a very sporty leaned over position. I find it very comfortable and could ride it all day. Clip on bars and rear set pegs make so much sense on a naked bike because there is no wind protection. Leaned over is way better than sitting upright in the wind. I believe the Vitpilen is the only fully naked bike available with clip on bars and rear set pegs. It is absolutely genius of Husqvarna to offer it.

I'm 5'7" and I do remember when first riding it, I had to get used to the wrist position. It may have been because I was holding on too tight, but my hand would go numb sometimes the first month or so of riding it. With that said, it is a different wrist placement compared to other bikes, but it is something you will get used to, and I don't think it's a huge deal. It is a Cafe style bike after all.

Thanks guys! I bought it a week ago, and I feel the same - whenever I hold on too tight, my hands feel a little numb. But the more I drive and the more relaxed I feel, the more comfortable it gets. So it only takes some time to get used to, but I love it.

Comfort is all based on the individual. At first, it hurt my wrists but after riding it for awhile, I got used to it and it didn't hurt anymore. As for the hunch over the bars, well it's a cafe style bike so you sacrifice comfort for the look. However, it wasn't that uncomfortable at all for short rides of about an hour or so. Just the prolonged riding such as an everyday rider, I didn't like it. But if you are riding it for joy rides on the weekends and such, you'd probably be fine. I'd recommend going somewhere that has one to sit on it and see what it feels like. I rode mine for about 15 months, 4-5 times a week, and it wasn't bad. I was just worried about the future effects on my back and shoulders of being hunched over that much.

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@@JAWexposures that’s a shame. Thanks for the info, much appreciated.

Do you mean on purpose or on accident? I never did on purpose, and it was pretty hard to get it into neutral normally. So, I don't think it ever went into neutral when coming to a stop. I kept it in gear so I could start back up quick if someone was going to rear end me.

If I were you, I'd buy the 701. I have enjoyed the 401 and I thought it was enough power (and it was for awhile) but once I started riding other bikes, I realized how lacking in power the bike was. And I have an itch for speed, so I desired something a little bit faster when riding the 401. I honestly don't think a 701 would be too much power for you as a beginner rider. Just don't be stupid and full throttle it when you're not used to the bike yet and you'll be fine. I'm upgrading to a Triumph tiger 800, but had I bought the 701 originally, I would have probably kept it instead of thinking of getting a bigger motorcycle. Hope that helps!

@@JAWexposures well then cross your fingers and say a little prayer for me in the hopes it is still available in a few days hahahaha

@@dantediss1 haha will do, brother! You could reach out to the seller and tell him your situation in hopes that they save it for you or least know you're interested in it. If it's not still there, then don't worry about it. You won't go wrong with the 401.

@@JAWexposures im perfectly fine waiting to see. Im a believer of fate. If it is meant for me to get on a larger bike,. It will still be available. All i know for certain is im going home wed on some version of the Vitpilen hahaha

And you def earned a Sub and Like from me. Keep up the great work

I bought it in 2021 for $4k (it was on sale at the time), originally it was $5k. Out the door price was right under $6k if I remember correctly.

@@JAWexposures I just paid $7565 OTD for a 2022 Vit. I had to pay $699 over list.

@@georgekrpan3181 the 401 seems to be picking up traction with consumers. I think back when I bought mine, they weren't well known; therefore, they were selling them for cheap. Plus, back then, they had the 701 in their line up which was around the 10-12k range. Now with the 701 out of production, the 401 is the only bike you can get that looks like that.

@@JAWexposures Yes, I think you're right about it picking up traction although I was a fan when it first came out in 2019. The price in 2019 was $6299 + $1500 freight from Austria! I bought a Honda CB300R instead. The CB is a good bike and the motor is a lot spicier than the numbers suggest but the Vit is far superior.

That's the slogan Husqvarna advertised for the 401's... Take it up with them.

@@JAWexposures yeah, I know... but you did kinda go along with it. I don't have an urban to explore. I live in a rural hunting culture. I hunt sport bikes with mine !

@@jonlee3081 different strokes. I have an urban to explore, so I do

@@jonlee3081 shut up lmaooooooooooooooooooooooo

Depends on what you mean by fit you. If you mean looks, then you might look too big for the bike. If you mean cramped on the bike, then maybe but not guaranteed. I would suggest going somewhere to sit on one to try it out.

@@JAWexposuresYeah.. I trying to get a chance for that 😉

If I'm understanding your question, there is a red light that comes on letting you know you should shift.

@@JAWexposures not the dash or any light on it. I’m talking about the buttons on the handle bars, the turn signals, headlights, horn, starter button etc.. are those backlit?

@@dukie1616 oh, yes they are.